Today, On 7th February, The Supreme Court ruled that relatives of an accused cannot be implicated in domestic violence cases under Section 498A simply for not assisting the victim. The Court emphasized that complaints and charges must be specific against each accused family member. It stated that vague or general allegations are not sufficient for prosecution. This decision aims to prevent misuse of the law and ensure fairness in such cases.
A 40-year-old Delhi businessman, Puneet Khurana, was found dead at his home in a suspected suicide amid an ongoing divorce dispute. His family alleges harassment by his wife and her family, citing a 59-minute video recording left by Puneet detailing the ordeal. Police are investigating the case, and the body has been sent for post-mortem examination. The incident mirrors a recent similar case in Bengaluru.